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Good morning! In today’s issue, we’ll dig into the all of the latest moves and highlight what they mean for you right now. Along the way, you’ll find insights you can put to work immediately
Stock Market Debriefing
Equities told a nuanced story:
Major indices were mixed, with the Nasdaq and S&P showing relative strength while small caps lagged.
Mega-cap tech and AI names continued to lead selectively, reinforcing the “quality over everything” theme.
Volatility (VIX) moved higher midweek, reminding investors that pullbacks are part of the process—even in strong markets.
Big takeaway: This is a stock-picker’s market. Broad index momentum slowed, but leadership names continued to attract capital.
Crypto Debriefing
Crypto spent the week digesting earlier gains:
Bitcoin hovered in the high-$80K range, trading sideways after recent volatility.
Ethereum held near $3K, while many altcoins pulled back more sharply on a weekly basis.
Market tone shifted from hype to consolidation, with traders watching ETF flows, macro data, and year-end positioning.
Big takeaway: This wasn’t panic selling—it was healthy digestion. Long-term structure remains intact, but short-term momentum cooled.
Real Estate Debriefing
Real estate remained calm on the surface but telling underneath:
Home prices stayed resilient, with most commentary pointing toward slower growth rather than outright declines.
Mortgage rates stabilized, keeping buyers cautious but engaged—especially in higher-income and investor-driven markets.
Investor-focused discussions this week emphasized cash flow discipline, stress-testing deals, and planning for flatter appreciation in 2026.
Big takeaway: Real estate isn’t breaking—but it’s demanding smarter underwriting. Deals need to work on numbers alone, not appreciation hope.
Resource Debriefing
Commodities had one of their strongest showings in weeks:
Gold pushed to fresh highs, reaffirming its role as a hedge amid stretched equity valuations.
Silver, platinum, and palladium surged, outperforming most other asset classes.
Energy was mixed, with crude oil steady and natural gas posting sharp moves driven by weather and supply dynamics.
Big takeaway: Hard assets quietly reminded investors why diversification matters, especially late in a cycle.
That’s All For Today
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— Ryan Rincon, CEO and Founder at The Wealth Wagon Inc.
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